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What's in an orange?

Oranges are a rich source of bio-based chemicals. Dr Avtar Matharu from the Green Chemistry Centre of Excellence explains what's in an orange.

We all know that oranges are good to eat, but have you ever given any thought to the peel that you discard after eating one?

There’s often a lot of value that can be extracted from unavoidable food waste, like orange peels. In this video Dr Avtar Matharu explores the valuable materials that can be found in orange peel and discusses their potential applications.

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